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Libyen Hochwasser infographic
Graphic zeigt die vom Hochwasser betroffenen Gebiete in Libyen.
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DISASTERS

Tausende dürften tot sein, nachdem Hochwasser Libyen überflutet

September 12, 2023 - Mehr als 3.000 Tote dürften Sturm Daniel zum Opfer gefallen sein, es kam zu verheerenden Überflutungen, die ganze Dörfer in Ost-Libyen wegschwemmten.

Another 10,000 people are believed to be missing, according to a Red Cross and Red Crescent official.

In just the city of Derna, the worst hit area, at least 700 people have been confirmed dead from the unprecedented flooding. Authorities have declared Derna a disaster zone, saying the city has become inaccessible as electricity and communication have been cut off, according to ABC News.

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PUBLISHED: 12/09/2023; STORY: Graphic News
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